Assistant Professor in Immunology and Microbiology
Tags: Faculty, Full-Time, Immunology
Location: CU Anschutz Department of Immunology and Microbiology
The Department of Immunology and Microbiology at the University of Colorado Anschutz School of Medicine invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the Assistant Professor level. Candidates with strong research plans in the general fields of Immunology and Microbiology and at the intersection of infection and host response are encouraged to apply. Examples of research areas of particular interest include virus/host response, mucosal immunity and response to mucosal infections, computational immunology, vaccine biology, and inflammatory or immune responses to infections and cancer. Preferred candidates will have well-developed interdisciplinary research plans that employ innovative approaches with human or animal models to study mechanisms of immunity to pathogens or cancer.
Key Responsibilities:
Establish and maintain a strong extramurally funded research program
Conduct an interdisciplinary research program using innovative approaches to address the generation/maintenance of immunity in health and disease
Contribute to the teaching, mentoring and service missions of the Department
Why Join Us:
The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus www.cuanschutz.edu is a world-class medical destination at the forefront of transformative science, medicine, education and patient care. The campus encompasses the University of Colorado health professional schools, more than 60 centers and institutes, and two nationally ranked independent hospitals. Innovative, interconnected and highly collaborative, the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus delivers life-changing treatments, patient care and professional training and conducts world-renowned research fueled by over $650 million in research grants.
The CU Anschutz Department of Immunology and Microbiology encompasses a broad range of research and teaching activities focused on basic mechanisms of host immune responses, mechanisms of viral and bacterial pathogenesis, and the intersection of these two domains in studies of host-pathogen interactions. For more information, visit https://medschool.cuanschutz.edu/immunology-and-microbiology.
The research-intensive Department of Immunology and Microbiology is housed in world-class facilities at the Anschutz Medical Campus in the greater Denver area http://www.ucdenver.edu/academics/colleges/medicalschool/departments/ImmunologyMicrobiology/Pages/welcome.aspx. The Department and the Anschutz Medical Campus fosters a highly collegial culture and the possibility to establish collaborations with investigators in a variety of basic and clinical departments. In addition, exciting recent campus initiatives, including RNA Biosciences http://www.ucdenver.edu/academics/colleges/medicalschool/programs/rna/pages/RNA-Bioscience.aspx, Human Immunology and Immunotherapy http://www.ucdenver.edu/academics/colleges/medicalschool/programs/immunology-immunotherapy/pages/default.aspx, and GI and Liver Innate Immunity http://www.ucdenver.edu/academics/colleges/medicalschool/programs/Innate-Immune-Program/Pages/default.aspx, and the newly formed Department for Biomedical Informatics https://medschool.cuanschutz.edu/dbmi each provide resources, advanced instrumentation, and expertise to enhance the research program of the successful applicant.
Faculty appointees will receive outstanding start-up support and will work in a collaborative environment with state-of-the-art core facilities, including genomics, metabolomics, proteomics, immune monitoring, imaging, biophysics, Cryo-EM, and ABSL3/BSL3 facilities.
The University of Colorado offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, retirement plans, tuition benefits, ECO pass, paid time off – vacation, sick, and holidays and more. To see what benefits are available, please visit: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits-wellness.
Diversity and Equity:
The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty and administrative staff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. We encourage applications from women, ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities, persons within the LGBTQ+ community and all veterans. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.
Ph.D. or equivalent advanced degree in the biomedical sciences
Excellent record of research productivity
Accomplishments and publications incorporating biomedical science.
How to Apply:
Applicants should prepare a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a detailed research plan summarizing current and proposed research, diversity statement, teaching and education philosophy, and contact information for three professional references. Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers.
Questions should be directed to: Adrianne Lydick, Adrianne.lydick@cuanschutz.edu
Screening of Applications Begins:
Review of applications will begin immediately (August 2023) and the review process will continue until an appointment is made or the search is terminated.
Anticipated Pay Range:
The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as HIRING RANGE:
$125,000 to $135,000
The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position is not eligible for overtime compensation unless it is non-exempt.
The total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.
Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125
ADA Statement:
The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at hr.adacoordinator@ucdenver.edu.
Background Check Statement:
The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.
Vaccination Statement:
CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases. If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program.